Filmmaker Sudha Kongara has spoken out strongly today against what she describes as coordinated online attacks targeting her upcoming film Parasakthi. The director addressed the issue after social media platforms witnessed a surge of negative campaigns questioning the film’s content even before its release.
According to Sudha Kongara, the criticism did not feel organic. She claimed that selective clips and unverified narratives were circulated online with the intention of damaging the film’s reputation. The director stated that such attacks often derail meaningful cinema and distract from the actual creative intent of the makers.
“It Felt Targeted,” Says Sudha Kongara
Reacting to the online backlash, Sudha Kongara said the film became a soft target because of its strong themes and social relevance. She added that misinformation spreads faster than facts, especially when films deal with sensitive subjects. The director urged audiences to watch the film before forming opinions based on online noise.
She also clarified that the team never intended to provoke controversy and that Parasakthi was made with responsibility and honesty.
No Time to Challenge Censor Board Cuts
Sudha Kongara further revealed that the makers did not challenge the censor cuts due to time constraints. With release schedules already locked and promotions underway, the team chose to proceed rather than delay the film further. She explained that approaching revising committees would have pushed the release indefinitely.
Despite the cuts, the director expressed confidence that the core message of Parasakthi remains intact and impactful.
Film Team Stands Firm Amid Controversy
Sources close to the production say the team is standing united and focused on the release. Industry voices have also come forward in support of Sudha Kongara, calling out the increasing trend of pre-release targeting of films on social media.
As debates continue online, Parasakthi now finds itself at the center of a larger conversation about creative freedom, censorship, and digital harassment in Indian cinema.
